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VMF
518
Instruction Manual
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS – SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS – PLEASE READ ENTIRE MANUAL PRIOR TO USE
Before getting started, let’s make sure this mount is perfect for you!
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No
—
Perfect!
Yes
—
This mount is NOT compatible. Visit MountFinder.Sanus.com or call
1-800-359-5520 to find a compatible mount.
Please read through these instructions completely to be sure you’re comfortable with this easy install process.
Also check your TV owner’s manual to see if there are any special requirements for mounting your TV.
If you do not understand these instructions or have doubts about the safety of the installation, assembly or use
of this product, contact Customer Service at 1-800-359-5520.
Do you have
all the tools
needed?
1
2
3
4
What is your
wall made of?
75 lbs.
(34 kg)
Ready to
begin?
Does your TV weigh
(including accessories)
more than 75 lbs.
(34 kg)?
CAUTION:
DO NOT install
into drywall alone
Unsure?
Drywall with
wood studs?
Solid concrete or
concrete block?
Call Customer Service:
1-800-359-5520
Perfect! Perfect!
CAUTION: Avoid potential personal injuries and property damage!
● This product is designed for use in wood stud, solid concrete, and concrete block walls - DO NOT install into drywall alone
● The wall must be capable of supporting five times the weight of the TV and mount combined
● Do not use this product for any purpose not explicitly specified by manufacturer
● Manufacturer is not responsible for damage or injury caused by incorrect assembly or use
Wood Stud Install
Concrete Install
Pencil
Screwdriver
Tape
Measure
7/32 in.
(5.5 mm)
Wood
Drill Bit
Electric Drill
Hammer
1/2 in.
(13 mm)
Socket
Wrench
Drill Bit
3/8 in.
(10 mm)
Concrete
Stud
Finder
Awl
4
2.5mm spacer
SPACER CUSTOM BLACK
M4X35
M5X35
M6X35
M8x25
M8X35
M8x50
M4/M5 Washer
M6/M8 Washer
THUMBSCREW 1024X03NP05
2.5 mm
22 mm
M4 x 35 mm
M6 x 35 mm
M8 x 25 mm
M8 x 35 mm
M8 x 50 mm
5⁄16 x 2 ¾ in.
For concrete installations ONLY
M6 x 12 mm
M4 x 12mm
M8 x 16mm
5.0 mm
STEP 1 Attach Bracket to TV
NOTE: Not all hardware included will be used.
WARNING: This product contains small items that could be a choking hazard if swallowed.
Before starting assembly, verify all parts are included and undamaged. If any parts are missing or damaged, do not return the damaged
item to your dealer; contact Customer Service. Never use damaged parts!
Parts and Hardware for STEP 1
03 x4
04 x4 05 x4
06 x4
01 x2
02 x1
Horizontal TV Bracket
Vertical
TV Bracket
TV Screws
TV Washers
Spacers
Thumb Screws
5
M6M4 M8
1.1 Select TV Screw Diameter
1.2 Select TV Screw Length
Hand thread screws into the threaded inserts
on the back of your TV to determine which
screw diameter (M4, M6 or M8) to use.
FLAT BACK ROUND BACK CABLES INSET HOLES
If your TV has a flat back AND you want your TV closer to the
wall, use the shorter screws.
Spacers and longer screws are supplied to accommodate:
● Round/irregular back TVs
● TVs with inset mounting holes
● Extra space needed for cables
Standard configurations
are shown. For special
applications, or if you
are uncertain about your
hardware selection, contact
Customer Service at
1-800-359-5520.
Too Short
Too Long
CAUTION:
Verify adequate thread
engagement with the screw or
screw/spacer combination.
- Too short will not hold the TV.
- Too long will damage the TV.
Correct
If your TV included inset spacers or wall mount
adapters, see Troubleshooting on PAGES 25-26.
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1.3 Attach TV Brackets
01 02
1. Slide the horizontal TV brackets
01
over the ends of the vertical TV bracket
02
.
NOTE: The horizontal and vertical TV brackets must be oriented in the positions shown.
1
7
2. Position the TV bracket assembly over your TV hole pattern, center horizontally and
LOOSELY install using the spacer, screw and washer combination you selected for your TV.
CAUTION: Avoid potential personal injury or property damage! The TV Bracket
assembly MUST BE installed with the release cord
R
oriented on the bottom of the
TV as shown.
01 02
a
Screw and washer
b
Spacer, screw and washer
2
R
If your TV included
inset spacers or wall
mount adapters, use
them
UNDER the
mount hardware.
04
05
03
04
03
8
02
3
4
3. Vertically center TV bracket
02
.
4. Visually line up the locator holes
L
in the horizontal TV brackets
01
with a hole in the vertical TV bracket
02
and install using four
screws
06
.
02
01
01
02
01
06
L
9
5. Securely tighten the four screws (from PAGE 8) on the horizontal TV brackets
01
.
Screws
5
01
01
10
2.5mm spacer
SPACER CUSTOM BLACK
M4X35
M5X35
M6X35
M8x25
M8X35
M8x50
M4/M5 Washer
M6/M8 Washer
THUMBSCREW 1024X03NP05
2.5 mm
22 mm
M4 x 35 mm
M6 x 35 mm
M8 x 25 mm
M8 x 35 mm
M8 x 50 mm
5⁄16 x 2 ¾ in.
For concrete installations ONLY
M6 x 12 mm
M4 x 12mm
M8 x 16mm
5.0 mm
STEP 2 Attach Arm Assembly/Wall Plate to Wall
Parts and Hardware for STEP 2
WARNING: This product contains small items that could be a choking hazard if swallowed. Before starting assembly, verify all parts are included and
undamaged. If any parts are missing or damaged, contact Customer Service. Never use damaged parts!
NOTE: Not all hardware included will be used.
Arm Assembly/Wall Plate
Wall Plate
Template
Lag Bolt
CAUTION: Do not use in drywall or wood
Concrete Anchor
UX10 x 60R
09 x2
10 x2
07 x1
08 x1
11
2
3
CAUTION: Avoid potential personal injuries and property damage!
● Drywall covering the wall must not exceed
5/8 in. (16 mm)
● Minimum wood stud size: nominal 2 x 4 in.
(51 x 102 mm) actual 1½ x 3½ in. (38 x 89 mm)
● Stud center must be verified
1. Locate a nail/screw in the stud using a stud finder.
2. Find the edges of the stud using an awl, a thin nail, or an edge to edge
stud finder.
3. Mark the center of the stud with pencil.
1
Max. 5/8 in.
(16 mm)
Min. 3 1/2 in.
(89 mm)
Min. 1 1/2 in.
(38 mm)
STEP 2A Wood Stud Option
12
4. Place the wall plate template
07
at your desired height and position the slotted holes over your stud center line. Level the wall plate
template
07
and tape in place.
NOTE: For assistance in determining wall plate location, see HeightFinder at sanus.com.
IMPORTANT: Be sure you mark and drill into the center of the stud.
5. Drill the two pilot holes using a 7/32 in. (5.5 mm) diameter drill bit.
IMPORTANT: Pilot holes must be drilled to a depth of 3 in. (75 mm).
6. Partially install the TOP lag bolt
09
,
leaving about 1/2 in. (13 mm) space from the wall.
NOTE: This space allows you to remove the wall plate template
07
and hang the arm assembly/wall plate
08
onto the top lag bolt
09
.
07
09
0707
4 5 6
3 in. (75 mm)
7/32 in.
(5.5 mm)
≈ 1/2 in.
(13 mm)
13
7. Remove the wall plate template
07
.
8. Remove the covers
C
on the arm assembly/wall plate
08
.
9. Hang the arm assembly/wall plate
08
on the top lag bolt
09
.
08
0807
09
C
7 8
9
C
14
10. Install the bottom lag bolt
09
. Firmly tighten both lag bolts
09
until they are pulled flush against the arm assembly/wall plate
08
.
NOTE: Hold the arm assembly/wall plate
08
in place when tightening the first lag bolt
09
to keep the plate from shifting out of place.
CAUTION: Avoid potential personal injury or property damage! Both lag bolts
09
MUST BE firmly tightened to prevent unwanted
movement of the wall plate
07
. Ensure the wall plate is securely fastened to the wall before continuing on to the next step.
11. Install the covers
C
on arm assembly/wall plate
08
.
Go to STEP 3 on PAGE 18.
08
09
08
C
C
10 11
15
CAUTION: Avoid potential personal injuries and property damage!
● Mount the arm assembly/wall plate
08
directly onto the concrete surface
● Minimum solid concrete thickness: 8 in. (203 mm)
● Minimum concrete block size: 8 x 8 x 16 in. (203 x 203 x 406 mm)
1. Position the wall plate template
07
on the wall at your desired height. Level the wall plate template and mark the hole locations.
NOTE: For assistance in determining wall plate location, see Height Finder at sanus.com.
2. Drill two pilot holes using a 3/8 in. (10 mm) diameter drill bit.
IMPORTANT: Pilot holes must be drilled to a depth of 3 in. (75 mm). Never drill into the mortar between blocks.
3. Remove the wall plate template
07
and insert two anchors
10
.
07
07
10
07
1 2
3
3/8 in.
(10 mm)
3 in. (75 mm)
002862.eps
STEP 2B Solid Concrete or Concrete Block Option
16
CAUTION: Be sure the anchors
10
are seated flush with the concrete surface.
4. Partially install the top lag bolt
09
, leaving about 1/2 in. (13 mm) space from the wall.
NOTE: This space allows you to hang the arm assembly/wall plate
08
onto the top lag bolt
09
.
5. Remove the covers
C
on the arm assembly/wall plate
08
.
6. Hang the arm assembly/wall plate
08
on the top lag bolt
09
.
09
08
08
09
C
C
4
5
6
≈ 1/2 in.
(13 mm)
17
7. Install the bottom lag bolt
09
. Firmly tighten both lag bolts
09
until they are pulled flush against the arm assembly/wall plate
08
.
NOTE: Hold the arm assembly/wall plate
08
in place when tightening the first lag bolt
09
to keep the plate from shifting out of place.
CAUTION: Avoid potential personal injury or property damage! Both lag bolts
09
MUST BE firmly tightened to prevent unwanted
movement of the wall plate
09
. Ensure the wall plate is securely fastened to the wall before continuing on to the next step.
8. Install the covers
C
on arm assembly/wall plate
08
.
08
09
08
C
C
7 8
18
HEAVY! You may need assistance with this step.
STEP 3 Hang TV onto Arm Assembly/Wall Plate
1. Position the arm assembly/wall plate
08
so the elbow is pressed against the wall.
2. Pull out the release pin
P
on vertical TV bracket
02
and turn counterclockwise until the pin locks in place.
08
02
P
1 2
TOP VIEW
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3. Hang the TV onto the arm assembly/wall plate
08
by hooking onto the top support
T
.
4. Press the bottom of the TV into the arm assembly/wall plate
08
until the safety catch locks the TV in place.
08
T
T
08
02
3
4
R
P
20
P
P
5
5. Turn the release pin
P
clockwise until the pin springs back into place and locks the release cord
R
.
CAUTION: Avoid potential personal injury or property damage! Always make sure the release pin
P
is fully seated and the release
cord
R
is locked, so the TV is securely fastened to the arm assembly/wall plate
08
.
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